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Feb. 22, 2021 | Andrea Cox
Tips for buyers and sellers in what promises to be an active spring housing market
With spring on the horizon – bringing warmer days, blooming flowers, plenty of sunshine and increased optimism – Calgary's real estate market is poised for a flurry of activity.
Feb. 08, 2021 | Tyler Difley
Eight tips for saving money on your home insurance
Jan. 21, 2021 | Tyler Difley
Brighten up: four easy ways to take your home's lighting to the next level
If your current configuration is coming up short, here are four foolproof tips for taking your home's lighting to the next level:
Dec. 22, 2020 | Natalie Noble
Fresh start: four design trends poised for a resurgence in 2021
Kiss 2020 goodbye and embrace calm in 2021, with the latest trends from the world of home décor.
Aly Velji, principal designer with Alykhan Velji Designs, continues to focus on creating inviting and timeless spaces, but this year, comfort is more important than ever.
Dec. 22, 2020 | Tyler Difley
New year, new you: real estate resolutions for 2021
Given the circumstances, you could certainly be forgiven for deciding that 2021 requires no loftier pledge than "I will make it through this year in one piece." But if you are still looking for some self-improvement suggestions, here are a few real estate resolutions to set you up for success next year:
Dec. 22, 2020 | Tyler Difley
16 parts of your home you might be forgetting to clean
With that in mind, here are 16 spots within the home that should not escape notice the next time you're sprucing things up:
Dec. 07, 2020 | Tyler Difley
Six ways to lower your home heating bill this winter
Calgary's winters are bad enough without having to worry about the expensive heating bills that often accompany plummeting temperatures. Thankfully, there are a few easy ways to limit the damage and save a bit of cash in the process.
Nov. 09, 2020 | Natalie Noble
Upholstery painting: fun DIY project or disaster waiting to happen?
Nov. 04, 2020 | Tyler Difley
Maintenance tips and tasks to get your home ready for winter
Unfortunately, winter is also the season that tends to reveal and worsen issues within the home, so there's no time like the present for some proactive maintenance. A bit of extra effort now could save you countless headaches when temperatures drop.
Here's a handy checklist to get you started:
Sept. 08, 2020 | Andrea Cox
Décor disasters: common design mistakes and how to fix them
How many of us have started a home redecorating project only to stop midway, frustrated because we just can't seem to recreate that magazine-worthy look? Well fret not, as we've identified some common design mistakes and asked local designers for their surefire solutions to get back on track.
